OpenFieldDoctor of Occupational Therapy (OTD)
Three-year entry-level doctoral degree accredited by ACOTE, preparing practitioners in neuro-rehabilitation, pediatric developmental therapies, sensory processing, and assistive technology design.
Application checklist & requirements
These requirements reflect published university guidelines available at the last review. Review official department guidelines before submission.
- Academic degree / Prerequisites
- Bachelor's degree with minimum 3.0 cumulative GPA and 3.0 prerequisite science GPA.
- English language proficiency
- IELTS 7.0 or TOEFL iBT 90.
- Standardized testing (GRE/GMAT)
- Not required.
- Thesis / Research statement
- Personal statement through OTCAS, verification of 40 observation hours, and resume.
- Recommendation letters
- Three letters of recommendation (one licensed occupational therapist required).
How much will it cost? How much funding is available?
- Financial support / stipend
- Graduate health science scholarships and clinical assistantships up to $10,000 annually
- Application fee
- $950
- Tuition / joining costs
- $39,500 per year
Dates and verification
- Application deadline
- February 1, 2027
- Last source review
- 2026-10-15
Important verification note
Facts reflect official College of Saint Mary documentation reviewed 2026-10-15. Admissions, funding allocations, and eligibility thresholds are evaluated by the university.
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